Project Executive

Position Summary

The Project Executive is a senior leader responsible for overseeing the strategic direction, planning, execution, and delivery of construction projects, ensuring they align with organizational goals, meet quality standards, and are delivered on time and within budget. This role oversees a construction division — including field and office operations staff across multiple project teams — and operates out of the Cameron and/or College Station office. The Project Executive also serves as a key point of contact for clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead and Manage for Accountability
  • Lead and oversee project teams, including field and office operations staff
  • Identify potential risks, develop contingency plans, and proactively address issues to minimize project disruptions
  • Confer with project staff to outline work plans, assign duties/responsibilities, and delegate authority
• Project Delivery
  • Manage project budgets, monitor costs, identify potential cost overruns, and implement cost-saving measures
  • Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, identify critical path items, and ensure timely project completion
  • Implement quality control measures to guarantee project deliverables meet specifications and industry standards
  • Regularly visit construction sites to monitor progress, identify safety concerns, and ensure regulatory compliance
• Customer Relations
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and expectations to ensure project alignment
  • Participate in contract negotiations with preconstruction services and clients
  • Ensure consistent performance and project delivery (preconstruction and construction) that exceeds client expectations; responsible for all corporate commitments and follow-through
• Strategic Direction & Execution
  • Develop and implement comprehensive project strategies, aligning project goals with the company's broader strategic objectives
• Culture
  • Foster a positive team culture, promote collaboration, and support professional development within the project team

Scope of Role

Oversees a team of 10+ Project Managers, Project Coordinators, and Superintendents.

Qualifications

• Desired Competencies
  • Strategic planning and execution
  • Effective and influential communicator
  • Ability to collaborate cross-functionally
  • Ability to build trust and credibility across all levels of the organization
  • Effective leadership and change management capabilities
  • Sense of urgency and passion for improvement and problem solving
  • Ability to function autonomously; self-driven and motivated
  • Ethical and accountable
  • Growth mindset and open to feedback
• Must Have Qualifications
  • 10+ years of relevant construction leadership experience required
  • Strong leadership by example and past experience
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills
  • Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with the ability to adapt to rapidly changing business conditions
• Nice to Have
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Science or a related field encouraged
  • Procore experience
  • Design-build project experience

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• HSA contribution
• Vehicle allowance
• Bonus potential